Greetings From the Land of Roadrunner and Coyote!

[Norm]

Greetings... my name is Norm and recently got an interest in kilts when I was in Phoenix. I saw guys wearing kilts at two separate locations, not associated with any celebrations or fairs. Both of them appeared to be utility type kilts, one a dark color, the other camo. I was intrigued, so I went online to find out more about it. I liked what I saw; and wanted to give one a try, but what would my wife think? I have never had any inclination to cross-dress or anything like that, and these are definitely manly attire. To my surprise, when I told my wife my interest, she loved the idea! So I went online to show her what they look like, and she was even more enthusiastic about it than before. So I ordered a Sport Kilt that matched my Scottish side tartan the the closest (Ramsay), their Big Blue. It is supposed to arrive in a couple days. Can't wait to give it a try. Will wear it at our anniversary party. The BIG question I have is this: do I REALLY have the guts to wear it outside; to the grocery store, the post office or Wal Mart?

[Father Bill]

Welcome to the "Great Rabble!"

As far as cross-dressing goes, that's actually a forbidden topic here on XMarks, so you'll not hear a word of it. Check the forum rules! A kilt is a man's garment. Period.

Welcome aye, indeed!

[ASinclair]

Hello Norm!

[Rick Y]

Welcome, Norm! Yes, you have the guts and you will be very pleased to discover that your wife is not the only lady who appreciates a man in a kilt. (You might not want to share that fact with her! )

[azwildcat96]

Do it! Just hop in the car and head down to the Tucson Celtic Festival and Highland Games (November 1st and 2nd). Wear it with pride!

[Richrail]

from Reno, NV.

[bwat]

The BIG question I have is this: do I REALLY have the guts to wear it outside; to the grocery store, the post office or Wal Mart?

Yes you do. I would suggest you force yourself to wear the kilt at every opportunity until it really doesn't bother you how it makes others react. Within a week you'll lose all feelings of self-consciousness when kilted. The fact is most people will stare but they either engage you in polite conversation, flirt with you, or quickly get over the fact you're in a kilt and go on with their business.

[Stitchwiz]

Welcome Norm,

from Owen Sound, ON.

[MacEanruig]

Welcome to the group, Norm! Glad you and your wife both like kilts.

[WillowEstate]

Hi Norm and a warm welcome from sunny Queensland!

Might be a good idea if your "Better Half" accompanies you on your first outing to the store - she can help fend off all the admiring ladies wanting to flirt with you!